What we do
We work with national bodies, local authorities and landowners to protect and enhance the unique ecological values of the Taupō Stream catchment near Plimmerton & Pukerua Bay, Porirua
We promote and coordinate community discussion, involvement and support for the protection and restoration of the area. To do this, we engage with a wide range of local, regional and national community organisations who share our values
FOTSC members lobby for funding for planned projects which serve to maintain the area’s unique ecological importance
FOTSC members run regular community work days as part of the Taupō Swamp restoration project. At the end of 2023 more than 15,000 locally sourced wetlands plants have been planted in ground cleared of pest weeds.
FOTSC contributes to the monitoring of key indicators of ecosystem health such as water quality, predators, planting, weed control, flooding, fire risk and so on. We call upon the advice of members and partners who have expertise in these areas
FOTSC encourages sustainable recreational activities in the catchment
FOTSC actively advocates for the values of the wetlands by making submissions to local, regional and national planning processes.
